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Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

CYPROHEPTADINE-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - APP0012

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FAQs

App Up 4 mg Tablet contains Cyproheptadine, an anti-allergic drug that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thereby, helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling and congestion or stiffness.

App Up 4 mg Tablet may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking App Up 4 mg Tablet to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

You are not recommended to take App Up 4 mg Tablet with topiramate (anticonvulsant) as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of adverse effects such as reduced sweating, increased body temperature. Heatstroke and hospitalization may occur in a few people, especially in hot weather and during vigorous exercise. However, please consult a doctor before taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with other medicines.

You are recommended to take App Up 4 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever or persistent headache after 1 week of using App Up 4 mg Tablet , please consult your doctor.

App Up 4 mg Tablet may be used to prevent and treat migraine headaches especially in children. App Up 4 mg Tablet reduces the intensity and frequency of headache. However, please consult a doctor before taking App Up 4 mg Tablet .

You are recommended to avoid taking App Up 4 mg Tablet if you have asthma, glaucoma, enlarged prostate, urinary problems, stomach ulcer or blockage. However, if you have any of these conditions, please inform your doctor before taking App Up 4 mg Tablet .

App Up 4 mg Tablet may be used to treat allergic reactions caused by insect bites. App Up 4 mg Tablet blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thereby, helps to provide relief from allergic symptoms. However, please consult a doctor before using App Up 4 mg Tablet .

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with App Up 4 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with App Up 4 mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

App Up 4 mg Tablet is a category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks it is essential. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

App Up 4 mg Tablet is given to breastfeeding women only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

App Up 4 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness or low blood pressure in elderly people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert and your vision is clear after taking App Up 4 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take App Up 4 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take App Up 4 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

App Up 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

About App Up 4 mg Tablet

App Up 4 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medication called 'anti-allergic' and 'anti serotonin' drugs primarily used to treat symptoms of allergies such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, or watery eyes. Besides this, App Up 4 mg Tablet is also used to treat certain allergic skin conditions such as urticaria (nettle rash triggered by a reaction to the medicine, food, or other irritants) and angioedema (painless swelling under the skin). An allergy occurs when foreign elements known as allergens attack and invade our body, thereby causing histamine release (a chemical messenger) that causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, itchy/watery nose and throat, and watery eyes. 

App Up 4 mg Tablet contains Cyproheptadine which works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. App Up 4 mg Tablet has an appetite-stimulating effect and is used to stimulate hunger in patients suffering from appetite loss.

Take App Up 4 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take App Up 4 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, blurred vision, restlessness, dry mouth, nose, or throat. Most of these side effects of App Up 4 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to App Up 4 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. App Up 4 mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before taking App Up 4 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. App Up 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid using App Up 4 mg Tablet if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drive only if you are alert as App Up 4 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Avoid consumption of alcohol with App Up 4 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Uses of App Up 4 mg Tablet

Allergies, Loss of appetite (anorexia)

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Medicinal Benefits

App Up 4 mg Tablet contains Cyproheptadine, an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) used to treat symptoms of allergies. App Up 4 mg Tablet blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Also, App Up 4 mg Tablet is used to treat certain allergic skin conditions such as urticaria (nettle rash triggered by a reaction to medicine, food or other irritants) and angioedema (painless swelling under the skin). Additionally, App Up 4 mg Tablet has an appetite-stimulating effect and is used to stimulate hunger in patients suffering from appetite loss.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Syrup: Take it by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use. Oral drops: Check the label for directions before use. Take it as advised by the doctor with the help of marked dropper.

Side Effects of App Up 4 mg Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Blurred vision
  • Restlessness
  • Dry mouth, nose or throat

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to App Up 4 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have high blood pressure, narrow-angle glaucoma, asthma, stomach ulcer or blockage, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland), enlarged prostate, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking App Up 4 mg Tablet . App Up 4 mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before taking App Up 4 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. App Up 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid using App Up 4 mg Tablet if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drive only if you are alert as App Up 4 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Avoid consumption of alcohol with App Up 4 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CyproheptadinePotassium citrate
Critical
CyproheptadinePotassium chloride
Critical

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CyproheptadinePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with Potassium citrate is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
CyproheptadinePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with Potassium chloride is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medication without talking to a doctor.
CyproheptadineProcarbazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Using procarbazine together with App Up 4 mg Tablet may increase side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with Procarbazine is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. Call a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, confusion, disorientation, and memory problems.
CyproheptadineLinezolid
Critical
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Using linezolid together with App Up 4 mg Tablet may increase side effects of App Up 4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with Linezolid is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Contact a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, confusion, disorientation, and memory problems. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CyproheptadineEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Combining App Up 4 mg Tablet with Esketamine can increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between App Up 4 mg Tablet and Esketamine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you're having trouble with feeling tired, confused or finding it hard to focus, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CyproheptadineSodium oxybate
Severe
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with sodium oxybate can enhance the risk of negative effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between App Up 4 mg Tablet and Sodium oxybate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any symptoms like feeling tired, dizzy, confused or having low blood pressure or difficulty breathing, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
CyproheptadineKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Using ketamine together with App Up 4 mg Tablet may increase side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketamine and App Up 4 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you feel dizzy, sleepy, confused, have trouble focusing, lazy, or have trouble breathing, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CyproheptadineZonisamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with App Up 4 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of App Up 4 mg Tablet with Zonisamide can lead to increased body temperature and decreased sweating especially in warm weather.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking App Up 4 mg Tablet with Zonisamide together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, or excessive sweating, contact a doctor immediately. Make sure to hydrate yourself during warm weather or after exercise. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • CETIRIZINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • TOPIRAMATE
  • PREGABALIN
  • QUETIAPINE

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Special Advise

  • App Up 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age.
  • Prolonged use of App Up 4 mg Tablet may diminish mental alertness, so avoid driving a motor vehicle or performing a hazardous task after taking this medicine.  
  • If you have used any MAOs inhibitors antidepressant pills (like selegiline, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, isocarboxazid) within the last 14 days, avoid using App Up 4 mg Tablet . 
  • App Up 4 mg Tablet should be used by people with asthma, glaucoma, thyroid disorder, and heart problems.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yoghurt to improve overall health.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol with App Up 4 mg Tablet as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness or lack of concentration.

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